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John F. “Jack” Fitzpatrick, 86, Vero Beach

John F. “Jack” Fitzpatrick, 86, died May 10, 2012, at Hospice House, Vero Beach.

He was born in Akron, Ohio, and lived in Vero Beach.

He retired as a managing director and executive vice president of Firestone in 1983.

He was a golfer and played in the U.S. Open. He won a host of tournaments in the U.S. and abroad.

He attended Notre Dame University in 1942 on a basketball and golf scholarship.

He was a member of the Notre Dame team that captured the 1944 NCAA Men’s Golf Championship.

He served in the Army and did a tour in Japan.

Survivors include his companion, Peggy Dennis.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 54 years, Rosemary Aikey.

Memorial contributions may be made to VNA & Hospice Foundation, 1110 35th Lane, Vero Beach, FL 39260.

No services will be conducted.

Arrangements are by Thomas S. Lowther Funeral and Crematory, Vero Beach.

A guestbook is available at www.lowtherfuneralhome.com.

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